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Quality Control Chemist

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Posted on Jul 6, 2026 by CV-Library
Suffolk, United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Responsibilities

Perform quality control testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using a range of analytical techniques
Document and report analytical results in accordance with quality procedures and regulatory standards
Support production, quality, and R&D teams through accurate and timely laboratory testing
Investigate analytical issues, out-of-specification results, and support root cause analysis
Contribute to method development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain laboratory compliance, technical documentation, and safe working practices

Instrument Skills

Gas Chromatography (GC)
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Karl Fischer Titrators (KF)
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Analytical Balances
Titration Equipment
Gas Generation Systems

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced laboratory environment
Knowledge of laboratory safety and handling hazardous chemicals
Strong documentation and record-keeping skills
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Required Experience

Degree in Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)
1-2 years' experience within an analytical or quality control laboratory. Years of experience may include relevant academic experience.
Practical experience operating GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer equipment, and titrations
Experience handling hazardous chemicals
Understanding of QC Quality systems like ISO 9001:2015
Experience managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines

Desired / Advanced Experience

3-5 years' Quality Control experience within fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or a related industry
Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing GC, HPLC, and gas generation systems
Advanced expertise operating GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer equipment, titration systems, and analytical balances
Experience supporting analytical method development and validation
Knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001:2015
Proven ability to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions
Demonstrated success driving process improvements and laboratory efficiency initiatives
Strong track record of prioritising work effectively in an operational laboratory environment

Reference: 225332626

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CV-Library

Quality Control Chemist

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 6, 2026 by CV-Library

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Suffolk, United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Responsibilities

Perform quality control testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using a range of analytical techniques
Document and report analytical results in accordance with quality procedures and regulatory standards
Support production, quality, and R&D teams through accurate and timely laboratory testing
Investigate analytical issues, out-of-specification results, and support root cause analysis
Contribute to method development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain laboratory compliance, technical documentation, and safe working practices

Instrument Skills

Gas Chromatography (GC)
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Karl Fischer Titrators (KF)
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Analytical Balances
Titration Equipment
Gas Generation Systems

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organisational and time management skills
Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced laboratory environment
Knowledge of laboratory safety and handling hazardous chemicals
Strong documentation and record-keeping skills
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Required Experience

Degree in Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)
1-2 years' experience within an analytical or quality control laboratory. Years of experience may include relevant academic experience.
Practical experience operating GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer equipment, and titrations
Experience handling hazardous chemicals
Understanding of QC Quality systems like ISO 9001:2015
Experience managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines

Desired / Advanced Experience

3-5 years' Quality Control experience within fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or a related industry
Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing GC, HPLC, and gas generation systems
Advanced expertise operating GC, HPLC, FTIR, Karl Fischer equipment, titration systems, and analytical balances
Experience supporting analytical method development and validation
Knowledge of quality management systems, including ISO 9001:2015
Proven ability to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions
Demonstrated success driving process improvements and laboratory efficiency initiatives
Strong track record of prioritising work effectively in an operational laboratory environment
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Reference: 225332626

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